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Erin Calipari on the lessons she learned from her dad

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With Father’s Day coming up on Sunday, CoachCal.com is honoring the dads of the Kentucky Basketball world. Earlier this week, Julius Mays and Mark Krebs penned pieces for the site and today, Erin Calipari took the wheel and wrote about what life was like growing up as the daughter of a famous, and often hated, figure. As always, Erin includes a few funny stories, but ultimately, it’s a heartwarming look at the lessons her dad taught her.

“Even though he was not the traditional father, his confidence, strength, and compassion have shaped the way I interact with the world.